1950s fashionBy Mackenzie Paolacci

Everyday fashion

Historical events and discoveries

1950Korean war begins

It was a war between North and South Korea. The Americans got involved and fought on behalf of South Korea.

1951Colored Tv was introducedThe first colored television was show aired,  "The World Is Yours!" with Ivan T. Sanderso. 

1957Dr. Seuss published “The Cat In the Hat”

which became a beloved classic.

1958Lego toy bricks are introduced and they

became a sensation and the company began to grow.

1959The sound of music comes out on Broadway

for the first time.

Korean WarThis was one of the most important event of the 1950s. The war was between

North and South Korea . America then became involved on behalf of North Korea. Nearly 5 million people lost their lives in the war.

Trends

Swing dressesThey say they are coming back into style and

were worn during everyday events.

Women’s shoes Stiletto heels were the style . There was a

competition between designers to see can make the skinniest heel.

glovesLong gloves were worn to make women look

“ultra fashionable”

HandbagsHandbags were a huge way to look fishable

in the 1950s. Most women preferred short strap handbags.

SkirtsWomen either wore pencil skirts or big skirts.

For casual occasions a wider skirt was worn.

Women's shortsWomen wore shorts to the beach or around

the house. They were still required to wear dresses most occasions. The shorts usual came to mid thigh .

BalenciagaBalenciaga was born in a small village. He

spent many hours by his mothers side. His mother was a seamstress. In his teen years, people in his town became his clients and then from there he began to open many little stores and branched out.

Balenciaga's designs have been taken over and are still continuing to be made

Trends By Balenciaga

Tunic dressesCocktail dressesWomen’s suitsEvening coats

Charles JamesWas born in Brittan and was known for his

cutting skills and build of his clothing. James moved around from place to place to study fashion. He looked at his fashion pieces as if they were pieces of art. He became known for his gowns.

Charles James is a forgotten designer but his gowns created a new world of fashion.

Trends by JamesScultpulture gowns wasp-waisted silhouettesButterfly dressDraped dresses